LAWYER PROFILE

Pascal Richard

Europe 2026

Pestalozzi

Ranked in 1 practice area

Corporate/M&A

Switzerland

2 years ranked

About

Provided by Pestalozzi

Practice Areas

Pascal Richard is a partner and member of the Corporate / M&A group in Zurich. He has broad experience in corporate transactions including acquisitions, mergers, divestitures, joint ventures and reorganisations in various industries with a particular focus on the financial services, fintech and technology sectors.

Career

Partner at Pestalozzi (2022); Partner at major international law firm in Zurich (2016); Associate and Partner at law firm in Zurich (2012); College of Law of England and Wales: LL.M. (2011); Admission as solicitor of the Senior Courts of England and Wales, Associate at law firm in Zurich (2009); Secondment at law firm in London (2008); Associate at law firm in Zurich, Bar admission: Switzerland (2006); Junior Associate at law firm in Zurich (2004); Legal counsel in the legal department of a Swiss defense and technology group, University of Bern: lic. iur. (2003)

Professional Memberships

Swiss Bar Association (SAV); Zurich Bar Association (ZAV)

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers European Guide

Corporate/M&A - Switzerland

Band 5

Individual Editorial

Pascal Richard assists with acquisitions, share sales and carve-outs, acting for shareholders, holding companies and corporates. He is additionally experienced in handling commercial investments.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

Pascal Richard is sharp-minded and as tough a negotiator as they come, with the uncanny ability to break down complex matters into bite-sized pieces for his corporate clients.
Corporate/M&AChambers European Guide
Pascal Richard exemplifies the ideal corporate counsel, combining deep legal expertise with a keen business sense. His strategic insights have been pivotal in navigating complex M&A transactions.
Corporate/M&AChambers European Guide
Pascal Richard is an excellent professional and strong leader.
Corporate/M&AChambers European Guide
His ability to distil complex legal issues into actionable advice is very much appreciated.
Corporate/M&AChambers European Guide